The 106e Ligne had its origins in the Regiment du Cap, first raised in 1772
From 1805 - 1810, the regiment was part of the Army of Italy.
It fought at Sacile. Raab, and Wagram in 1809.
During the1812 Campaign jn in Russia, it was part of the 4th Corps, asnd saw action at Ostrowno, Borodino, and Maloyaroslavets.
It was back to Italy during 1813 - 1814 Italy, and participated in the battles of Castagnaro, Barghetto, and Plaisance.
Well done, superb and ready to fight!
ReplyDeleteMerci, Phil!
DeleteIts hip to be in square, another fine body of little men
ReplyDeleteNice one, Huey!
DeleteIndeed! Thanks, Gary!
DeleteVery nice Peter and I recognise those Foundry castings, especially the officer. Lovely work.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lawrence. Yes, I have at least 20 copies of that officer; a pity they didn't make a few more variations!
DeleteGood brush work. W ill they stand up to the White Menace?
ReplyDeleteDepends on which side I am playing... and that could definitely mean either4 way, bad or good!)
DeleteVery handsome work, Peter!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jon. I am fond of the Foundry castings!
DeleteLovely French Ligne - love them in full dress w/long gaiters.
ReplyDeleteA few units in campaign dress or greatcoats are fine. but I want most of my figure sin Full Dress!
DeleteBeautiful Peter. Is it une bataillon chaque semaine en ce moment?
ReplyDeleteRegards, James
Thanks, James. That's about the current production rate! :-)
DeleteLovely looking French line! In my to do pile,although I seem to be painting just cavalry at the moment!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thanks, Iain; Cavalry are good, too!
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